Larimar and Amethyst Physical Properties

Larimar and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Larimar and Amethyst physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Larimar and Amethyst chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO₂

Larimar and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larimar and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larimar and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larimar is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.